This sales position will provide various types of industrial hardware directly to customers within a defined geographic territory through cold-calling and prospecting activities.
Essential Duties and Responsibilities
This sales position will provide various types of industrial hardware directly to customers within a defined geographic territory through cold-calling and prospecting activities.Must reside within territory.
Essential Duties and Responsibilities(Other duties may be assigned)
- Make face-to-face calls on cold and warm sales prospects.
- Service customers in the manner outlined in Company training materials.
- Submit complete and accurate daily business report detailing sales orders and prospect calls.
- Maintain the cleanliness, operation, marketing and functionality of the mobile store.
- Other related duties as assigned.
Education and Experience
- Minimum high school diploma or equivalent
- Outside industrial sales experience preferred, especially in route or industrial sales
- Proven history of goal attainment
Required Skills
- Excellent analytical, reasoning, and organizational skills
- Detail-oriented
- Ability to clearly articulate ideas and information in written and verbal communications
- Proficiency with databases, spreadsheets, email, and common business applications
- Working knowledge of the products we sell is helpful
Other Requirements
- Must be able to purchase or lease an approved vehicle (mobile store)
- Must reside within territory
- Above average mechanical interest
- Demonstrated ability to work independently
- Ability to kneel & bend down to the floor on a regular basis
- Clean driving history
Freqently Asked Questions
Thriving Territory Managers in Springfield blend strong analytical skills with persistence in cold-calling and face-to-face interactions. Familiarity with industrial hardware and the ability to manage mobile sales operations independently are crucial to excel in this competitive territory.
A typical day involves prospecting new clients through cold calls and in-person visits, updating sales reports meticulously, and ensuring the mobile store's upkeep. Balancing customer service with administrative duties demands excellent organization and adaptability.
Progression often leads to regional sales leadership or specialized industrial account management. Demonstrated success in meeting sales goals and mastering product knowledge can open doors to managerial roles overseeing larger territories or national accounts.
Springfield shows steady demand for Territory Managers with hands-on sales experience and mechanical aptitude. Employers value candidates residing locally due to travel requirements, with preference for those familiar with the region's industrial clients.
Given the necessity to operate a mobile store within the designated territory, reliable personal transportation and willingness to frequently travel across Springfield and surroundings are essential. Traffic patterns and geographic familiarity can impact daily efficiency.
Gallin Associates emphasizes proactive customer engagement and adherence to detailed reporting processes in its Territory Manager role. The company supports independent work styles while ensuring consistent service quality through structured training and mobile store maintenance.
Gallin Associates requires Territory Managers to both prospect and maintain client relationships with a strong focus on in-territory residency and vehicle management. This contrasts with other firms that may rely more heavily on inside sales or fixed-location offices.
Territory Managers in Springfield typically earn between $55,000 and $75,000 annually, depending on experience and sales performance. This aligns with regional industrial sales benchmarks and reflects the role’s demands for independent travel and technical knowledge.
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